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OU51 AXP

2001 Audi A6

Silver Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

123,330 mi
Last recorded123,330 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2016
Typical for 2001 Audi A6116,269 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU51 AXP
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2016 123,330 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 119,917 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 31 Jan 2014 113,847 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 29 Jan 2014 113,847 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Sep 2011 104,721 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

corrosion to exhaust sleeves

Pass 13 Sep 2010 95,660 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both nsf top suspension arm bushes starting to split

corrosion to front brake discs

Fail 13 Sep 2010 95,660 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both nsf top suspension arm bushes starting to split

corrosion to front brake discs

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 14 Sep 2009 86,386 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 Sep 2008 72,319 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 55,290 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2007 55,289 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 30 Aug 2006 47,910 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A6?

Based on 2,724,792 MOT tests across 249,374 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
8,511
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
249,374
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 72,312
constant velocity joint gaiter split 48,430
position lamp(s) not working 25,884
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 25,264
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 24,578
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OU51 AXP is a 2001 Audi A6 in Silver with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Audi A6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 116,269 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A6 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 72,312 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OU51 AXP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A6 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 25 years old, this Audi A6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OU51 AXP registered?

OU51 AXP is a 2001 Audi A6, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is OU51 AXP safe to buy?

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